Historical Newspapers of South Carolina

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Amply provides for expansion and contraction, is practically everlasting. Never goes wrong, no matter how great a strain is pnt on it. Does not mutilate or injure stock. Tam Cattle, Homs, Hogs and Pigs EVERY ROD GUARANTEED by us and guaranteed by the manufacturers. Call and see it. We can show you how it will save you money and fence your fields so they will stay fenced. FOR SALE BY G1FFNEY HARDWARE CO. SHORT NF.WS ITEMS OF LOCAL INTEREST. EVENTS IN GAFFNEY AND CHER OKEE. Recent Happenings in and Around the City and Other Events Gath ered by the Local News Editor. Cotton brought 9 cents on the local market yeA.erday. Several bales were sold. Business was very quiet in the city Saturday. There were not many people in town. Prof. R. O. Sams killed a hog la& Thursday which weighed 587 pounds, which is a very good “porker” to be raised in town. An informal dance was given last Friday night at the dance hall. Quite an enjoyable evening was spent by all present. The “G. K.” Club met with Miss Daisy Wilkins Saturday afternoon. A delightful luncheon was served which all the members enjoyed. In the ladles missionary meeting at the First Baptist church yesterday the usual Christmas offering for China was made. These good ladies made up quite a neat IKtle sum. The usual bursting of water pipes was in order during the recent cold spell,—and of course, the Incon venience incident thereto. Several in private residences needed closing up after the freeze. Mr. Reese M. Roark, and little son, Finley, of Grover, were In the city Saturday. Dr. Griffith is treating the little fellow’s eye. The doctor hopes to be able to treat it in such manner as to restore the sight. Quite a number of new books have been given the library by the Rev. A. C. Cree. These hooks were given through the Woman’s Club and the members tender many thanks to Rev. and Mrs. Cree for their kind thought fulness In remembering the library. Auditor J. E. Jefferies started out on his rounds to take tax returns yesterday. During his absence from the office Mrs. George D. Jefferies will stay in the auditor’s office to ac commodate those who desire to make their returns. Dr. W. K. Gunter last week receiv ed from Mr. C. D. Brown, Grand Keeper of Records and Seals of South Carolina, a past chancellor but ton badge, which he prizes very much, and which is a fitting emblem for services rendered Pythlanlsm. Mr. R. L. Klauber and wife of St. George, are spending a few days In the city. Mt. Klauber la thinking about opening a mercantile business here in the city if he can get the location he wants. The Ledger gives hearty welcome to Mr. Klauber and wishes him much success In finding a location. Mayor Ross did not have a single transgressor of the city’s laws before him yesterday morning. ' This has been the case for several successive weeks, and the mayor says that cases on other days have been very few for two or three months. This speaks well for the behavior of Gaffney’s citizens, and especially of the gen erally disturbing element The piece of bunting which floats from the top of the Central school inlldlng looks as If it had passed through a battle. We would sug gest that it be taken down as in its present state it is neither ornamental nor creditable to the institution over which It Is placed. It Is to be re gretted that some provision was not made for the preservation of the emblem. The Gladden house at Grover was destroyed by fire last Friday morn ing. The house was being occupied by Mr. Wm. Logan and family. The fire occurred about 5 o’clock in the morning and was caused by a defect ive chimney. All the furniture down stairs was saved but that in the up per theory was destroyed. The loss is not known, but will amount to about $2,000. The Woman’s Club. On Tuesday during the holidays the Woman’s Club held its regular meeting with Mrs. J. N. Nesbitt. This being a holiday meeting the reg ular program was omitted and each member joined In making the after noon one of pleasure and merriment. Toasts were given as each lady laid a bundle of fagots on the glowing coals. A delicious salad course was served. On Thursday the Woman’s Club held its regular meeting with Mrs. Pratt Pierson4 The meeting was called to order by the president and business of importance was discuss ed. The Woman’s Exchange has far surpassed the expectations of the club and it is hoped that the interest will not grow less now that the holi days are over. It was reported to the club that thirty-two books had been given to the library by Rev. A. C. Cree, many thanks being tender ed the donor. The following program was then given: Roll call. Responses—Great names in Eng- ish church history, with brief sketches. Paper—Cambridge University, Mrs. W. H. Smith. Paper—Rural life customs and pleasures, Mrs. W. J. Wilkins. Reading—The birthplace of Gray’s Elegy, Mrs. A. N. Wood. Saturday night Limestone Council No. 17, Jr. O. U. A. M., of this city, had a public installation of their of ficers for the ensuing term. After the business of the meeting the band played several waltzs and polkas, and the committee served the visitors and members present with refreshments, consisting of chicken, ham, cake, pies and fruit. Everyone present enjoyed himself, and the occasion im mensely. _ Following are the officers installed: P. L. Smith, Jr. P. C.; C. F. Nantz, C.; C. N. Green, V. C.; A. J. Rodgers, R. S.; A. B. Smith, F. S.; W. B. Law- son, Warden; S. W. Phillips, Con ductor; W. J. Welton, Chaplain; C. D. Gladden, I. S.; C. C. Miller, O. S.; P. L. Smith, C. F. Nantz, R. I. Badger, trustees. A ’Possum Supper. Proprietor Dudley, of the Commer cial Hotel, entertained a few friends at a ’possum supper Saturday night. The ’possum was baked brown and the ’taters laid round. It was a de lightful occasion for those present. Mrs. Dudley graced the occasion with her presence, adding much to the charm of the occasion. The present were: Messrs. W. B. Sparks, J. W. McClain, H. C. Parkinson, of Rich mond, J. Q. Little, J. B. Bell and Ed H. DeCamp. School Books We handle the School Books used in the country schools. We also carry everything used in the school room, to-wit: Writing Tablets, Pencils, Pens, Ink, Crayons, etc. Get list of books from your teacher so as to prevent confusion and mistakes. Gaffney Drug Company Buster Brown Says: Therefore, be it resolved, that I will hereafter take ail of my money and deposit it in the Saving Depart ment of the MERCHANT’S AND PLANTER’S BANK where it will draw 4 % interest. This is a good resolution for everyone to make and the time to do it is today. Merchant^ & Plasters Bank, Gaffney, S. C. ;; * 8 $ v •i $ V Buy a Home With Rent Money! You can do this by taking stock in the Cherokee Building and Loan Associa tion. This is the oldest Building and Loan Association in Gaffney. It is conducted along conservative lines. We can help you to the road of wealth. See any of our officers. Read our Booklet and learn our plans. ; Cherokee B.:L. Association V. V. Gaffney, Sec’y & Treas. C. A. Meries, Prest. FOR ALL COUNTY NEWS, IM PORTANT HAPPENING* IN THE fTATK AND EVENTS OF INTER BET IN FOREIGN LANDS, TAKE AND READ THE LEDGER. [Farms for Sale! 52 acres, eight miles out from city, known as the Grigg place. 140 acres, four miles out, on Thickety road, and in a good state of cultivation. 101 acres, twelve miles out. Investigate this tract. 83 acres, 6 miles out. Residential Properties. The W. D. Thomas place, house having six nice rooms. Situated on Victoria Ave. Size of lot 80x400. The A.R. N. Folger place, house having 6 nice rooms, with city water, bath room and other conveniences. Situ ated on Buford Street nea r Methodist church. On Oakland Avenue, a nice 6-room cottage with all con veniences. This place is cheap; ask about it. Desirable Lots. In several different sections of the city, scriptions, prices, terms, etc., see or write For fuller de- FORT REAL ESTATE AND FIRE INSURANCE. Phone 258. Office second floor National Bank Building. Gaffney, 5. C. A1 Would YOU like for your Stationery to be neatly printed and promptly delivered? It so, will yon let ns prove to you that our work will THE LEDGER. Gaffney, S. C. Please? THE GREATEST OF ALL SHOE SALES! The Shoe Sale which began in our store on last Saturday and which will continue until Saturday, January 23rd, has so far sur passed our expectations and shows that the people realize the importance of buying Shoes at a time most needed from a stock of more than seven thousand pairs of the very best Shoes obtainable; made by the most reliable manufacturers, such as: Glapp, Howard and Poster, Valk-Orer, Zeigler Brothers, Merriam, Roberts-Johnson and Rand Shoe Co. at a Saying of 25 Per Cent. We are conducting this sale because we are very anxious to redbee our stock. There are no schemes, nothing but good values; so come and see if everything is not just as we represent it. This is no sensational sale. We exchange any article or refund your money if not satisfactory. HUMPHRIES SHOE COMPANY, LMom St., GAFFNEY, S. C. I Mr I